I have been a Metalsmith since graduating from Sheffield Polytechnic in 1987 with a BA (Hons) in three-dimensional design, focusing on silversmithing and jewellery.

My workshop is situated at home, which has been ideal for balancing family life. My daughter has now followed in my footsteps and runs her own jewellery business, Silver Fescue.

Growing up in a small village in Devon, I developed a love for the wildflowers in the hedgerows and the frequent trips to the beach. This passion sparked my interest in collecting and continues to inspire my work today.

I have various containers around my home filled with beach finds, including jars of color-coded sea glass that adorn my workshop window. I’m captivated by the weathering process these pieces have gone through after years in the ocean, resulting in their smooth, frosted appearance. I often incorporate these ‘sea jewels’ into my creations, and sometimes customers bring me their own special finds to transform into unique pieces of jewellery.

About 20 years ago, I took up surfing, which has also influenced my designs. Witnessing the effects of pollution on our oceans has motivated me to use 100% recycled materials, eco-friendly packaging, and to source from UK-based suppliers in all aspects of my work.

I frequently blend precious and non-precious materials, applying a variety of traditional techniques. I create one-of-a-kind pieces and accept commissioned work.

Teaching has always been a central part of my professional life. After a decade of teaching classes at Plymouth College of Art (now Arts University Plymouth) and working in their metal studios, I launched workshops at Bigbury Mint in 2016. Today, I focus on creating custom jewellery commissions while continuing to share my craft through private, one-on-one lessons hosted in my own workshop